ADRIAN — On Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., volunteers and local radio personalities from Lenawee MultiMedia Services, WLEN, WQTE and 96.5 The Cave will once again line the curb of West Maumee Street to collect donations for the Veterans Dire Need Fund.
Residents are invited to simply pull up, roll down a window, and — if able — offer a gift in front of the WLEN studios, 242 W. Maumee St.
Since its beginning, Thank a Vet Day has raised more than $500,000 for veterans in Lenawee County. These funds go directly to helping with everyday essentials like mortgage payments, rent, utilities, or even something as simple as a pair of boots to help a veteran start a new job. In last year’s drive alone, the community raised over $58,000 for local veterans in need.
TLC Community Credit Union is joining WLEN and its sister stations in sponsoring the drive.
The Veterans Dire Needs Fund is a program of Housing Help of Lenawee that provides emergency assistance to veterans in Lenawee County who are facing financial hardship.
